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Do You Need Physical Therapy--Down There?

After the birth of my son almost two years ago, I had some lingering pain due to scar tissue issues from a near fourth-degree tear (yes, ouch!). When my OBGYN suggested that I see a physical therapist to help rehab my nether regions, I was, frankly, horrified. A physical therapist? For my vagina?

Fortunately, the pain went away, and I never needed to make the appointment, but I've since learned that physical therapy for the pelvic floor muscles and the pain that's associated with isn't such a weird and unusual thing--in fact, lots of women could benefit from such therapy.

Here's why it might be right for you:

*After giving birth, like me, if you're experiencing pain from muscles that have weakened, been traumatized, or for excessive scar tissue.

*Incontinence: By helping to strengthen those muscles, you may be able to help eliminate or lessen this embarrassing problem.

*Unexplained pelvic pain: Maybe you experience pain during sex or at other times? Your doc might suggest this form of therapy to help address it. Check out this post on the blog Secret Suffering about how pelvic floor therapy can help sexual pain--one woman shares her very interesting experience.